Radiology Technologist - Days

UAB St. Vincent's•Pell City, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs radiological procedures under the direction of a radiologist, providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. The role involves preparing and positioning patients for imaging, selecting exposure factors accurately, and preparing and administering contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice. The technologist will observe patients during procedures, monitor protocols, and ensure adherence to radiation safety procedures. Responsibilities also include ensuring prompt submission of high-quality images and documents to PACS, maintaining equipment, and assisting in keeping the department clean and orderly. Bone density scans using DEXA equipment may also be performed.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
One or more of the following required: Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following required: Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following required: Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following required: Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Graduate of an accredited educational program in Radiologic Technology required.

Nice To Haves

Bone Density Certification may be required within 6-months of hire or transfer date (if applicable).

Responsibilities

Perform radiological procedures under the direction of a radiologist.
Provide quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.
Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately.
Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity.
Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
May perform bone density scans using DEXA equipment, if applicable.